Bush Fires Ravage District Amid Heavy Losses
A districtwide fire front devastated Toombullup Lima and surrounding areas destroying fences crops and timber. Sawmills and local machinery survived while thousands of posts and forest timber suffered. Drought and late rains worsened starvation prospects for settlers as fruit and potato crops declined and dairy farming faced uncertainty. Community meetings and government actions focus on Crown lands infestation and the need for rapid containment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
CIA
ySplaltap
Linathan
Toombullup
Lima
Toorour
Acolo
Jd Imecone
Sly Stepeo
Jake
Dietriot
Fandhelders Sround
Lowa
Teorour
Dark river angling tale ends in a thrilling struggle
A nocturnal river scene unfolds near the Bato River where Dick, aided by a companion, hooks a strong fish described as a beauty. The fighting fish drags them toward the bank, with a dramatic struggle that ends as the prize slips away amid a blaze of confusion and the sudden appearance of a mysterious observer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Adyar
Bato
Dick Jay
Priige
Eady
Coure
Temppaye
Tim
Chang
Aia
Gas Strike Forces Possible Street Lamp Curtailment
Mr Geo Swinburne of the Colonial Gas Association warns the town council coal stocks are depleted due to the Newcastle strike. The association may seek to suspend street lamp lighting after the next moon, unless coal deliveries at reasonable prices resume. A small coal stock exists and a further supply should last about three weeks, then future action hinges on the strike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. Swinburne
Colonial Gas Association
Knox
Newcastle
Bonilla
Finlay G
Say's
Tahal
Down
Sam Naver
Doan
Aix
McClellan Cosy
Pith-steont
Sydney
Benalla racing club to host special train for event week
Sporting Intelligence reports a Melbourne special train for Benalla racing week with horses and passengers. timetable lists stops from Kilwa to Benalla, holiday excursion fares apply, and horse transfers planned. Wangaratta Turf Club shifts Cup meeting to Easter Saturday. notable horses and jockeys named, plus entry list for bowls singles handicap and local club relay plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benalin Racing Club
Gorntoreon
Arraha
Melbourne
Tde
UK Railway Department
Messrs
Findley and Maude
Mr. Molemaby
Trafic
Collin
Kilwa
Braadford
Tallarock
Seymour
Mangalore
Avenel
Lonwood
Euroa
Vielottown
Benalla
Yarrawonga
Albury
Wabzunyah
Beechworth
Bright
Whitfield
Liam
Gualbury
Caalfield
Yournbate
Orlino
Kinds Pool
Yield
Medge
Burl
Castles
Nigeria
Tooronga Kindieng
Francis
Sergeant Jolden
W. J. Jordan
Caulfeld
DANGER SIGNALS And a Doans Kidney Pills advertisement
A fragmented notice mixed with an advertisement for Doan s Backache Kidney Pills claims relief from kidney and backache, recounting a Sydney pharmacy offer and a patient from Kirklon Street Euroa. It also mentions a Denis Bennett escapee being arrested by the Woodonis police.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barareh
Loxatie
Denis Bennett
Boochworth
Leth
Wodonys
Seymour Camp Observes Kitchener Visit and Hard Campaign Work
The Seymour camp narrative details Lord Kitchener's visit and troop activities, noting cloudy weather, patrols, and a delayed return from Melbourne. It reports a shooting injury to Private Jones, daily fatigue, and the mass departure preparations as the 4th Australian Light Horse and brigade entrain for transport, with pay totaling £12,000 distributed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taveron
Lord Kitchener
Seymour
Ambulance Corps
Cme
Pee Vate Jones
4Th Squadron
ALLE
Jones
Lord Kitshener
Melbourne
Sven
Croops
Dings Genertly
Kemp
Manmade
Victoria
Bitchener
So'clock-arm
Srd LH
Army Service
Prateswil
Mead Roarters
Chaplins
Freeman
Carter
Parado
Miyetin
A.C
Rogers
Ulin
J Motors
AJLA
Lo'elel
Stanley
Wool Sales Report From Calgary Market
A chaotic trade note describes Wool sales with buyers and sellers in Calgary. It mentions large numbers of bales, a seller favorable market, and upcoming holds and auctions. The report references individuals including Christine Dikgety and officials like Senior Constable Molluigion, along with transfers of police personnel between Melbourne, Chiltern, and Toyyak.
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Munnovisa
Calgary
North Sto
Wrete
Mike
Xale
Thorpstm & Las Pouce Taysnemt
Molluigion
Melbourne
Chiltern
Surgeant Kane
Toyyak
Benalla Wins Unfinished Benalla Rowing Cricket Match
The Benalla ground match between Honnile and Lake Rowan, unfinished earlier, was completed last Saturday with Benalla winning easily. Rowan was all out for 190, Brown 42 and O'Dea 34 led Benalla’s reply. M'Namara and Hunt pushed past the Rowan total and tried to let others bat. The Mansfield Association vs Lima Souths match at Dawa saw Mansfield win 134 to 38, with Wentworth and others contributing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benalla
Honnile
Lake Rowan
Take Rowan
Brown
O'Dea
M‘namara
Hunt
Tonalla
Mitchell
Teanant
Harpot
E Mitchell
Rider
Pelly
Lowe
Gouley
Mansfield Assoviation
Lyallpool
Lima Suth
Dawa
Lima Souths
Wentworth
Harrison
St MiLaughlin
M'Ray
Bane
Willis
Williamn G Rye
Manafield
Willisnas
Conesford
Wantworth
Jarrsseni
Wentworth de. Roberton
Wentworth Mitchell
Wilcock
Heane Wille
St Patrick's Day Sports Committee Meeting Recap
The St Patrick's Day Sports committee met at the Mechanics Institute on Thursday evening. Mr Findley chaired a well attended session. Prizes were set for wood chopping and pole vault, and costumes for calico bud attire were proposed for competitors. Several event details including hurdles, Sheffield handicap adjustments, and judging allocations were outlined. The meeting adjourned after finalizing entries and logistics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acme Sng
Sp Patick
Meschanics’ Institute
Findley
Grestlont
Progermane Ork
Computitora
W. T. Noonan
H. Bleadland
Luedle Raed
Fist Quiao
Sheffield
Mc. Dalton
Gefice Beatur
Heareta
Dudlges
Messra
Knox and Tighe
Shellluld Moos
Messrs
Lusignin
Haskins
Olinedwielk
Little
Dalton
Ing
Mesnrs
Noonan
Connolly
Lovell
Mr Morrison
Bays
Tees
Mossim
Shoreell
Adland McDermott
Mr. Rf
Masons Stowarda
Bieyelorees
Drs
Nicholson
Nishgud Khaworth
Musers Hagunnear
Moodie
Head Jam
Gregorman
Coopers
Headland
Cognally
Veturs
Mrc
Haskings
Carey
L. Robbechi
W. Noonan Bry
Yyoow
Mackerell
Mots
Onroy
J Headland
Clancy
Piper
Racing. Summer Meeting at Nowmarinss Chase Turmmay
Racing notes from a 1910 meeting detailing handicap weights, entry rules, prize structure, and schedule. Mentions foundation day, fees, booking, and safety rules, with stallion and jockey notes and a CUP MEETING date in April.
Deoekie RACK CLUB Bet On Clube Cryin Race
Racing notice outlines entries, weights, penalties, and pony races for a Wednesday meeting on 260 January. Details cover handicap weights, declared weights, steward approvals, and timing for horses and ponies, with special procedures for handover and measurement and a special post time schedule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secand
Hoke
Huon
Haskar
Dave
Levy
Vouges
Dany
Lo Bo
Etuvandy
Dowkir
Dyer
Bright and Beautiful Mountain Air Trout Fishing
A vivid account of mountain air trout fishing offers scenic views and a rustic adventure. Descriptions highlight crystal streams, pine forests, and tranquil nights in BRAUTVEL with scenes of local wildlife and camp life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daves
Pioturwajuo
Fragments Memorial Notice for Benjamin Sessions
An OCR damaged notice mentions the death of Benjamin Sessions and a funeral service delaying details. It references Baldginni e and Districts, with references to Lien Momre, Diggle, Davink directors, and stock of coffins. Artificial wreaths and hearse services are noted in vague terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben. Sessions Hse
Boi Pater
Agorit Fur Lien Momre
Diggle & Davink Incest
Baldaginnie
Eller
Vomutrys
Vintage dress patterns and blouses hit list of garments
A catalog of ladies wear and children’s garments with item numbers, materials, and descriptions. Entries include striped Cambrie positions, British crepe costumes, cambrie blouses, white tees, muslin frocks, and calico chemises, noting embroidery, insertion, cuffs, and sizes across many patterns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eran
Eky
Ruse
Snd Blag
Allewe
Exubyondeny
Pretty Curtains and Linens Advertised for Christmas
A garbled ad promotes home decor items for Christmas including curtains described as eyes of the house and window appeal. It touts low prices on white goods, table linens, and linen serviettes, with numerous value offers and quantities, urging shoppers to visit the store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yully
Wonderfully varied sheetings advertised for Christu Trute goods
Advert appears to list numerous sheetings with wide measurements such as 70, 72, and 118 yards, declaring quality and purity. Mentions Finlay's Slatings of rock and other textile items with varied widths and prices. References to vendors Wiley Vets and Led and Ut duction appear in unclear form.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Finlay
Wiley Vets
Dress Makers and Tailors Firm Adverts Rowing Afloat
A. Miller and Co advertise as dress makers and tailors in Coreler Street near Burkway Station. They offer skirts and gowns, with mentions of Mrs Glynne and Miss Phillips in a verbose, old fashioned trade notice. The text references fabric, fashion items, and machine Carries 5 with unclear dates and locations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
OF Glynne
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Sporting Intelligence
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Tyv
Weatherill
Livbono's
A. Clark
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Tawford
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Vallender
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Trevenan
Maude
M'Naughton
Cooke
Girke
A. Chirk
Ride
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Bohalla Cricket Club
C. Pyne
Puesdry
Suydays
Accurite
P. T. Moore
Pyne
Anv
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Lovely
CRICK
Motra Association
Lake Jowan
ST. Patrick's Day Sports
Tiwae
Noonan and
Hone
Shortel
Toten
Resal Lacing Club
Nowmarinss
Junver Price
Hagman Upeou Fae
Soya
Maxmioay
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Ander
Sova
ML Hawe
Menilay
Janney
Stark
Thomas
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HM Xowe
Second Love
Nova
Stoke
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Miles
Hasvicay
Tao
Nani
Ordur
VRC
Othoewine
Tony
Klea
Wiplen
Haynes
Addiavision
Ste H.W. Sytton
Bootle
Huerto Hsoe
Savas Varewell
A. S Maude
Deoekie Rack Club
Ravn
Petry
Weorghta
Shar
S.pean
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Hous DE Tlotel
Tractor Anid
Gro, Ledger
Poey Bridge Street
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Apwanite
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Laney & Walthummen
Sieuleby Lange Steckef
Guanls
George Ledgle
Jewellery Depot
Bridges
Wenalla
B. Briggs
Jeweller
EAL
Enery Levy
Aed Ecgenutter
Doutt Borget Theysson
Wit Briggs Yan Euppiy
Briggs
Drelyowtevel
Buralla
Rimisloste
Baddaginnie
Benjamin
Sessions
A. Miller and Co., Drapers, Grocers
Tronmongers
the Big Store
A. Miller and Co
Bridge and Carrier S Treets
Englisse
Colonial Maes
Reformick Farm Machinery
Lister Cream Separators
Speedwell Cycles
Ole Mohane
Arnott
Bridge Sthuiced
Benallat
W. Smith
Bridge Street
BOOTS
E. Clements C
Masey Depot
Reel Hird Tenperiat
Ray Huw Spon Kaye
Liev OL
Nur Ab
Holloway
Nunn Street
Rowpoor Tilly
Chris, Stolz
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